Electric Machines And Drives

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Introduction to Electric Drives And Power Electronics. Magnetic circuits and transformers. Principles of DC, synchronous, induction, and stepper motors; equivalent circuits and operating characteristics. Applications to drive systems. Laboratory experiments to illustrate principles. Typically offered Fall Spring. Prerequisite(s): ECE 27500 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- AND ECE 31100 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- Course Learning Outcomes 1. Analyze and model magnetic circuits, electric machines, and electromechanical energy conversion principles governing transformers, induction machines, synchronous machines, and electric drives. 2. Conduct laboratory experiments on transformers, induction machines, synchronous machines, and drive systems to measure and evaluate key performance parameters such as efficiency, voltage regulation, torque–speed characteristics, and drive control response. 3. Perform open-circuit, short-circuit, and voltage-regulation tests on transformers to determine equivalent circuit parameters and understand core and copper losses. 4. Explain the construction, operation, and performance characteristics of DC, induction, and synchronous machines and their integration with power electronic drives for variable-speed and controlled operation. 5. Apply modern engineering tools (ETAP software) to design and analyze power and drive systems incorporating transformers, motors, generators, and converters used in industrial applications. 6. Interpret and validate simulation and experimental data by comparing analytical models with measured performance of electric machines and drive systems. 7. Evaluate drive performance and control techniques, including torque and speed regulation, starting current mitigation, and voltage/frequency control under different operating conditions. 8. Collaborate effectively on design and laboratory projects integrating modeling, simulation, and hands-on implementation of electric machines and drive systems. 9. Demonstrate professional engineering and laboratory practices, including safe operation of rotating machinery and power electronic equipment, proper data acquisition, and effective technical documentation. 10. Communicate technical findings effectively through written reports and oral presentations of the ETAP group design project, demonstrating teamwork, professionalism, and clarity in explaining engineering analyses and results. View Class Schedule